Sonya Hamilton Designs

Window Treatment with Custom Ribbon Fringe

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This cute little window, nestled in the corner of a staircase landing, was in need of a bit of dressing up.

The plantation shutters were doing an admirable job controlling light and privacy but something a bit softer was required.

A stunning ivory sheer was the answer. Covered in row after row of tiny tucks, this cotton sheer was the perfect choice to soften up this window.
As beautiful as the fabric is, in my mind’s eye I saw a scrumptious long, flowy trim sewn along the lead edge.   
 

As often happens, when I see something in my mind’s eye, it can’t be found.
The solution was to make it myself. 
 
 
Using 3 different shades of 1/2″ ribbon and 2 yarns I created my own 
 

Custom Ribbon Fringe
To ensure fullness, the panel is 1.5 widths or approximately 81″ wide (before seams and side hems). The two widths of fabric were sewn together using a french seam.
 
 
I hope this image will help explain the process of a french seam. 
The first step is to sew the two pieces of fabric, wrong sides together, using a 3/8″ seam allowance. Fold sewn fabrics together, right sides together and iron this seam. With fabrics folded right together sew another seam, using a 5/8″ seam allowance, enclosing raw edges with in seam.  Iron seam flat to one side. Occasionally I will topstitch this seam after ironing flat.  The result is a french seam.
 
 
The top is the window treatment was pinch pleated with a loose pleat and long skinny ties made from the same sheer was used to attach the panel to 5 medallions mounted above the window. 
 
 
An additional medallion was used as the tieback. 
 

Click here to learn how to create your own custom ribbon fringe.

More of Jenni’s house: Peyton’s Room, Grayson’s Room, Gameroom, Laundry Room, Living Room.

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  1. LOL! In your minds eye ~ I know that very well, Sonya! And, of course, you can never find anything like it, so it has to become something custom {whether you make it yourself or have it made}. This is so pretty and soft. I love the ribbon fringe.

  5. “My minds eye” has gotten me into so much trouble over the years! HAHA! The hubs gives me a look when he hears that. These are so pretty!

  7. I love love this treatment! Can’t wait to see the tutorial for the ribbon fringe. I can certainly see some in my future!

  8. I love love this treatment! Can’t wait to see the tutorial for the ribbon fringe. I can certainly see some in my future!

  10. It is sooo gorgeous. I love how the light shines through and highlights the fabric design. My jaw about hit the table when I saw the close-up of the fringe…WOW! Did it take you a week to do that? 🙂

  12. So beautiful Sonya. The fringe just gives it such a softness that I love. Also, do you have a full picture of the painted dress located in the corner? Love the colors and would like to see the full effect!

  14. Hi, Sonya

    Gorgeous window treatment ! I am drooling over it. LOL, just lovely truly you inspire me. Thank you for sharing. Have a great weekend.

    Vanessa